Paradigm Reference CC-350 Center Channels

Paradigm Reference CC-350 Center Channels 

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center channel speaker

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[Dec 29, 1998]
Nick
an Audio Enthusiast

I definently agree with the statement about the 350. Not about the Titan though. For 200 dollars, the titans are incredible. Mid and Highs aren't for Classical music. But well, who likes classical music. The bass for a speaker that small is great. Onto the 350. Everything was right on. I couldn't beleive it. Problems? Well, don't set on your amp, it's kinda hefty. Otherwise. I'd pick it highly over the AR's, infinitys, definently the Jbls, and everything else I've heard for that price. 300 bucks here on sale. If I had the money, I'd buy it. But I think I may go with dual titans for the center. 100 bucks cheaper.

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[Jan 17, 1999]
IR
a Casual Listener

Excellent center speaker for the money. I currently have this speaker matched with the Paradigms Montior 7.

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[Jan 22, 1999]
Bud
an Audio Enthusiast

You can't find a better sounding center channel speaker for anywhere close to the price. I was sold on Paradigm 10 years ago when I bought a pair of the original 9se's. The cc350 and the 9se's match up perfect along with my ps1000 and titan rears.

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[Jan 22, 1999]
Jesse
an Audio Enthusiast

I purchased the CC-350 about 6 months ago to replace my CC-150(which is a goodcenter speaker if you don't have big fronts...the dialogue blends with little localization with big fronts). The CC-350 is just the opposite... you can easily tell where the HT dialogue is comming from. The speaker is also just as musical. I have the CC-350 playing together with two Monitor-7s and with two Mini-Monitors in the rear.

Bit to the point...the CC-350 is a great center channel speaker costing much less than other brands for the same or better sonic characteristics and frequency response.

BTW, I also have two Titans mountted on the side walls which I sometimes tie to the rears...it adds a little to the rear sound but you have to reduce the rear volume or increase the front for proper front and rear balance. easily done with a Denon 3200 recevier)

Recap:
CC=350 is a GREAT center speaker and lives up the Paradigm reputations which most people find out is and continues to be outstanding! Go and hear for youself...I went...I hear...I bought.




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[Jan 19, 1999]
jim warner
an Audiophile

I purchased the CC-350 about l year ago after owning the older CC200 for my home theater. I am using mini-monitors front, atoms rear and the PSl000 sub. I really like the 350 sitting on my Pioneer rpj t.v. It made a HUGE difference in the sound. I listened to the mini monitors vs the studio 20s and for home theater could not hear 2x the cost. I have another pair of the minis on order for rear channels before diving into DVD and 5.l sound. The sub for the money and tweaking with spikes and a cement slab on top I think does a good job. For the approx. 300 dollars vs much more for the Big Names I dont think you could go wrong. I believe the center accounts for 40% of home theater sound with all the other speakers divided equally...

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[Apr 05, 1999]
S. Beck
an Audio Enthusiast

This is the center to own in the $300-$400 price range. I compared this center to Klipsch, NHT, Boston Acoustics, and Atlantic Technology. None of the other centers came close to the CC-350 in accuracy and soundstage. Dialogue on movies with the CC-350 was much more realistic than any of the others. The best part about this center is its ability to maintain great accuracy and neutrality at very high volume levels.

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[May 20, 1999]
T. Parker
an Audio Enthusiast

Before I bought the cc-350, I had an OK if smallish Pioneer center channel speaker. It did the job and was great for an initial Pro-logic system. I knew that stepping up to this one would be different but I had no idea how much it would be.
I have it connected to my Yamaha 995 and it has been crystal clear to say the least, you can crank up the movies or the music and its still pumps out the clarity. Amazing for a speaker that I got for $300 (CDN$$ - 200$$US) including taxes!! I have heard that the cc-450 is better but I can't see how as it still puts out when my ears are bleeding from sheer db's. It gets the big thumbs up and a 5 star rating. If you are on a budget (or maybe not even then), i would whole heartedly recommend this centre channel.

T.

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[Jul 11, 1999]
Jay G
an Audio Enthusiast

The best way to describe this speaker is EXCELLENT! Clarity, depth, and even the price is unbeatable. Two thumbs way up!

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[Jul 16, 1999]
David James
an Audio Enthusiast

excellent sounding, price a little high for my budget, but i had to get it when directly compared to the klipsch and polk. voice matched for the mini-monitors makes a great home theater.

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[Jul 21, 1999]
NickS
an Audio Enthusiast

I have been in the process of upgrading from Pro-logic to Dolby Digital. This center speaker matched with my Paradigm monitor 7's is extremely good. I have watched 30-40 movies and the CC-350 has handled everything from subtle voice to special effects. If you are in the market for a center speaker and have the Paradigm monitor series for your mains, one word, buy it.. one note of caution this is a very large and heavy center speaker 27lbs, you will need a stable surface to sit this one on........

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